gwelland Posted October 29, 2007 Share #21 Posted October 29, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) I think that is just your perception. The camera is just as ready to take a second shot in either S or C mode. You only perceive it is ready faster. No - it DEFINITELY is different between S and C mode. Try it. Simple test - set the shutter to 1/125s and try rapidly pressing the shutter in S mode and note the time between shutter releases and then do the same with the camera in C mode. Having auto-review on seems to slow things down in S mode a little. Turn that off and the differences are less but you can still press/release the shutter more times/quicker in a set period if S mode is selected. If 1/125s doesn't float your boat, try 1/1000s. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted October 29, 2007 Posted October 29, 2007 Hi gwelland, Take a look here Do you use Continous Mode?. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
papimuzo Posted October 29, 2007 Share #22 Posted October 29, 2007 Never used it except when making complete check of M8 functions out of the box. But this thread taught me at least two things: speed setup and low shutter speeds use. Once more thanks for tips. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
robsteve Posted October 29, 2007 Share #23 Posted October 29, 2007 I think that is just your perception. The camera is just as ready to take a second shot in either S or C mode. You only perceive it is ready faster. Did you try it on your M8? If there is no diffrence, it may be that I shoot DNG only, not DNG plus JPEG. Robert Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alberti Posted October 29, 2007 Share #24 Posted October 29, 2007 I noted the faster response too. But I use CM for 'focus bracketing'. When working close-up with a small DOF I compose specifically to get a very shallow 'attention grabbing' plane, where there is immediate excuse for the other elements that are OOF. Afterwards I select the best and nicest picture of the 3-4 frames. It is sometimes a little twist of the wrist or angle. And with alarge memory card I have ample space. And in that it is really succesful. albert Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
bayerische Posted October 29, 2007 Share #25 Posted October 29, 2007 I once took two pictures in C mode, realized my error of pushing the switch too far, put it right back to single. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwelland Posted October 29, 2007 Share #26 Posted October 29, 2007 I noted the faster response too.But I use CM for 'focus bracketing'. .... albert Albert, This works pretty well - I've now wasted a half an hour this morning learning to rapid shoot with C mode, and now focus bracketing whilst machine-gunning. I just tried it with my 35/1.2 Nokton and it also works well with a body sway at f/1.2 to finely set the focus plane too. Much more fun and informative than the Monday morning staff conference call that I'm listening to ... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamie Roberts Posted October 29, 2007 Share #27 Posted October 29, 2007 Advertisement (gone after registration) I use it all the time for event coverage. The only thing I hate about it is the proximity to the self-timer, which I would remove to a menu or something. A separate power switch would be nice too Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wparsonsgisnet Posted October 29, 2007 Share #28 Posted October 29, 2007 That's anice couple of hints. I'll try continuous in order to ready the camera more quickly and to steady it for slow shots. Thanks, guys. In addition, one can use coninuous to see how fact different cards are with the camera. Holding down the shutter until the buffer fills allows one to calculate the time to recover. This is how I verified that the 4gb card is slower to write to than the 2gb. When the SDHC card comes, if it's faster, it will be very welcome. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
fotografr Posted October 29, 2007 Share #29 Posted October 29, 2007 Used it once, but that was by accident. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leica DeOcean Posted October 29, 2007 Share #30 Posted October 29, 2007 I on the other hand set the camera to continuous by default, it does not mean I "spray and pray" but rather as the moment arises in the viewfinder the option is there just to keep the finger down. However I have noticed on a number of occasions if I do take a number of shots say 6-8 without lifting my finger, I can get an error with the sandisk card and the M8 flashing as if it's writing to the card but after 5 min it's still doing this I have to pop the battery out and loose the sequence of shots. Yes. I have experienced this very same problem when I unknowingly had switched to "C". It does require me to remove the battery after a while to stop the blinking. Even when I take two or more photos in rapid succession in "S" mode and in jpeg format, it seems that the "red" light blinks interminably, but evetually it stops (I guess within approximately 30 seconds). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
carstenw Posted October 29, 2007 Share #31 Posted October 29, 2007 I don't use it. Once in a while I notice the slow second-shot time, but not enough to make me switch. I would prefer a manual winder, with an add-on motordrive. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
msadat Posted October 29, 2007 Share #32 Posted October 29, 2007 funny, by default i am always using continous mode. it seems faster way of shooting for me Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maggie_O Posted October 29, 2007 Share #33 Posted October 29, 2007 That's anice couple of hints. I'll try continuous in order to ready the camera more quickly and to steady it for slow shots. Thanks, guys. +1 from this corner. Thanks, y'all. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hahn73 Posted October 30, 2007 Share #34 Posted October 30, 2007 Hmm...now I'm thinking about it - why WOULDN'T I use C mode all the time? Is there ANY disadvantage to using it over S? You can shoot single shots if you want just like S, but if the need arises to take multiple shots, it's there too without having to switch it over. I may try this for a little while and see what happens. I used S more out of habit than anything else. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
hdrmd Posted October 30, 2007 Share #35 Posted October 30, 2007 Ditto to Jamie's post. I use the continuous frequently, but am often annoyed by it's proximity to the self timer position. I have missed several shots this way. I have tried small pieces of tape to alleviate the problem, with very poor results. If anyone has found a way to stop this problem, please post the solution. DR Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alberti Posted October 30, 2007 Share #36 Posted October 30, 2007 Ditto to Jamie's post. I use the continuous frequently, but am often annoyed by it's proximity to the self timer position. I have missed several shots this way. I have tried small pieces of tape to alleviate the problem, with very poor results. If anyone has found a way to stop this problem, please post the solution. DR same with me, the camera doesn't react and then the sitter says 'hey there is a lamp blinking'. Ergonomics is a trade by itself. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shootist Posted October 30, 2007 Share #37 Posted October 30, 2007 Ditto to Jamie's post. I use the continuous frequently, but am often annoyed by it's proximity to the self timer position. I have missed several shots this way. I have tried small pieces of tape to alleviate the problem, with very poor results. If anyone has found a way to stop this problem, please post the solution. DR How about a cabinet door rubber bumper at the Timer location. That would stop the switch from going to timer altogether so you would lose that option. Not a big deal for me but then I don't find I have ever switched the camera to timer when turning it on or going for S to C mode, at least without realizing it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wparsonsgisnet Posted October 30, 2007 Share #38 Posted October 30, 2007 Gaffer's tape, the true solution for those who used to use duct tape. I think I'll put 2 thicknesses of it over the red dot so I can use one for holding the switch in 'C' position. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodyspedden Posted October 30, 2007 Share #39 Posted October 30, 2007 Sometimes I use it when shooting handheld at a slow shutter speed. The second shot is generally sharper because any movement caused by pressing the shutter button has been "absorbed" by the first shot. Larry Larry I have early stage Parkinsons disease and my hands tend to shake. If I use the continuous mode and often the leica tabletop tripod steadied on my chest, the second shot is often way better. I don't see this as a general solution for most people but it sure works for me. Woody Spedden Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dspeltz Posted October 31, 2007 Share #40 Posted October 31, 2007 I often use it. Last weekend I was shooting several Blues concerts. Mouths were moving, instruments were moving, I used continuous to make sure I got a decent picture without their mouths being wide open or looking poor. I also use it for other people when I am looking for the best shot (not protraiture per se). Generally, for things that are moving and I cannot pick the instant that is best. It works well. Try it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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